What is some good classical music to check out for someone new to classical music?

hockeychic asked the question: I’ve never really listened to classical music before but I heard some the other day and I realized I’d like to start. What are some good composers or compositions I could download? Nothing too crazy, just something for a newbie to this all.

What does it mean when an 8 year old hears classical music in his head, and can improvise?

norse04 asked the question: When I was a child, I could hear classical music in my head. I could improvise. I heard violins, cello, piano etc. I could hear complete pieces. Compositions. I was not born into a home with enthusiastic fans of classical music. In fact, hearing classical music in my home was extremely [...]